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Wedding Fish and Chip Van for The Brents events
Wedding fish and chip van in The Brents: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Rustic farm weddings
- Evening wedding food
- Anniversary celebrations
Book the van in The Brents
Wedding fish and chip van in The Brents, cooked to order
Some couples book the van for the wedding breakfast at a relaxed, informal wedding. Most book it for the evening, when it really comes into its own. We are frequently asked to cater rustic farm weddings and informal weddings, serving sausage and chips, curry sauce and mushy peas.
In The Brents, a local ceremony and a marquee reception is a lovely, personal choice. The van parks on a firm spot nearby for the evening. Let us know about access for the van. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, so the batter is still crisp when it is handed over.
What affects the price in The Brents
We’ll give you a clear quote. What affects it most:
- How long we serve
- The menu and how many choices
- Access and parking
- The minimum booking
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. We set everything out in your quote.
What to tell us
For a quote, it helps to have:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Where the van would park
- Where the event is
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Why choose wedding fish and chip van in The Brents?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers, which takes one worry off the list.
Here are some of the occasions we serve:
- Rustic farm weddings
- Anniversary celebrations
- Seaside-themed weddings
- Evening food for day and evening guests
Nearby historic houses include Belmont House and Gardens (3.9 miles south-west). If your reception is at a historic house or estate, ask early about its rules on caterers and vehicles.
Comparing caterers
- Whether VAT is included
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- The cancellation terms
- What they can offer for dietary needs
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
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A closer look at the menu
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Sausage and chips
For anyone who does not fancy fish, there is sausage and chips, and children love it.
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Ensure we have someone to call on the day
- Add an allergy question to your RSVP card
- Ask your venue about catering vans first
- Include the band, photographer and venue staff
After service, we pack up quietly and leave you to the party.
A chalkboard sign with the menu by the van adds a nice touch.
The Brents: your questions answered
Which station is closest to The Brents?
Faversham station, about 0.6 miles south of the centre.
How far is The Brents from London?
Roughly 44 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
What time is best for the van?
Whenever suits your day. After the first dance is the most popular time.
Can you do our evening wedding food?
Yes. It’s our most popular wedding booking. Send us your date and venue.
How do you handle allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Tell us about allergies in advance.
How many portions do we need?
That depends on your day. Most couples plan for most of their evening guests.
Will the van be in our photos?
Many couples love having it in the photos. If you’d rather not, we will park out of shot where possible.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain does not stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. It’s worth planning some cover for the queue.
Step by step
We don’t cook ahead. Each portion is battered and fried as it is ordered, which is why it tastes like it does at the seaside. In The Brents, evening wedding food frequently coincides with dusk: about 9:15pm at midsummer, 8:45pm in late May and 7:00pm in late September. A few lights by the hatch help guests and photos alike.
- We start with a few details about your wedding.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Get permission for the van from the venue
Get a quote
Send us the date, the address or ME13 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and you will get a clear price. To get started, fill in our quote form.
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What the van needs
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- A spot near your guests
- Lighting nearby for evening events
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
The Brents weddings: local tips
The Brents is about 1 mile north-east of Faversham, in Kent. Tell us where your wedding in The Brents will be, and we will plan access and set-up. We serve all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 9 miles away.
Couples marrying at local churches such as Faversham Parish Church often hold the reception nearby, with the van parked by the marquee or hall. Oare Meadow can make a pretty photo stop, but check its rules for wedding groups first.
Wherever your wedding is in ME13, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Local streets include Ham Road, Back Lane and Quay Lane; a wedding on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Neighbouring places where we serve weddings include Davington (1 mile west), Faversham (1 mile south-west), Preston (1 mile south), Oare (1 mile north-west) and Ospringe (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (12 miles south), Canterbury (9 miles east), Sittingbourne (7 miles west), Whitstable (6 miles east), Herne Bay (11 miles east) and Minster (8 miles north-west).
Nearby you will also find Newnham Castle (4.6 miles south-west).
- Local schools include Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School (within half a mile south-east)
- Local pubs include The Brents Tavern (within half a mile north-west)
A chip van compared with other options
Hog roasts are a wedding favourite, but it is one dish, and some guests do not eat pork. A van gives a choice of fish, sausage or pie. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your wedding is.
What you get with us
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Bookings across Kent, including The Brents
- No kitchen needed
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
Take a look at our prices page or the cost guide.
- Fried fresh to order in the van at your event
- Cod, haddock and chips, sausages and pies
- The van comes to you: homes, venues, workplaces and fields
- Served at the time you choose, from the hatch